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Iraq Condemns Israel’s Use of Its Airspace for Iran Strike

Caught in ‌the Crossfire: Iraq Protests Israeli Airstrikes‌ via Iraqi Airspace

In​ a move highlighting‍ the delicate balance Iraq maintains in a ‌volatile region, Baghdad ​has ⁢filed a formal complaint with the UN Security Council over Israel’s use ‍of Iraqi airspace to conduct airstrikes against Iran. The complaint, lodged on October ⁣26th, condemns the violation of Iraqi sovereignty and‍ denounces the attacks on neighboring‍ Iran.

The incident, which‍ transpired⁢ on October 28th, saw Israeli jets allegedly⁤ utilizing Iraqi airspace to⁣ target sites within ⁢Iran. The Iranian Armed Forces ​General Staff reported ‍that “long-range, air-launched missiles equipped with very light warheads” were used in the attack,⁣ which Israel claimed targeted missile batteries and production facilities. This event follows a series of tit-for-tat exchanges⁤ between the two nations, with Iran launching ballistic missiles towards ‍Israel on October 1st. The Israeli ⁢strikes resulted in the⁤ deaths of four Iranian soldiers.

Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia al-Sudani has⁤ instructed the Foreign Ministry to address the issue with the United States, whose military presence⁣ in Iraq complicates the situation. While the⁢ US has not publicly commented on the incident,⁤ the incident ‍underscores the complex geopolitical realities of the region.

This event ​throws⁤ into sharp relief the precarious position Iraq occupies, maintaining ties ⁣with both the United States and Iran. While the ‌US remains‌ a key ally, providing military ‌and economic support, Iran⁤ exerts significant influence ‌within Iraq,⁢ supporting various groups within the country. ⁤This includes elements of the Popular Mobilization Forces (PMF),​ an umbrella organization of mostly Shia militias, some of which are deeply integrated into the ‌Iraqi security apparatus.

The Iraqi ⁢government, ‌emphasizing ‌its commitment to regional stability, reiterated its stance against allowing its territory to be used for attacks​ against any nation, particularly its‌ neighbors. This incident ​serves as a stark⁤ reminder of the ongoing tensions in the Middle East ‌and the challenges ‌faced⁤ by ⁢nations caught​ in the crossfire.

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